Strategic Buyer

GEA; Parma; In loco; EUR 40.000 - 60.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A global engineering company located in Parma is seeking a Procurement Specialist to shape procurement strategies and drive cost-saving initiatives. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Economics, strong negotiation skills, and experience in procurement processes. The specialist will collaborate with various teams and manage supplier relationships to ensure compliance and promote innovation. Opportunities for professional growth and a commitment to a diverse workplace are offered.

Servizi

Career growth opportunities

International work environment

Focus on innovation and sustainability

Competenze

• Experience in procurement processes.
• Strong background in contract and quality management.
• Market analysis and supplier relationship management skills.

Mansioni

• Collaborate with category managers to implement procurement strategies.
• Lead negotiations, manage RFQs, and make awarding decisions aligned with strategy.
• Select and develop suppliers, identifying new opportunities for growth.

Conoscenze

Negotiation skills

Analytical abilities

Commercial skills

Interpersonal skills

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Economics

Strumenti

Excel

PowerPoint

Descrizione del lavoro

Responsibilities / Tasks

How you'll make an impact

• Collaborate with category managers to implement procurement strategies
• Lead negotiations, manage RFQs, and make awarding decisions aligned with strategy
• Select and develop suppliers, identifying new opportunities for growth
• Resolve supplier issues (quality, delivery, service) with a proactive approach
• Partner with local procurement teams to optimize purchasing processes
• Monitor and communicate supplier performance
• Drive automation, digitalization, and tool improvements
• Ensure cost efficiency, availability, and innovation in procurement activities
• Guarantee compliance with procurement policies and statutory requirements
• Contribute to the Strategic Buyer Community in Italy, fostering teamwork and communication
• Adapt and implement catalogues and framework contracts at divisional / regional level

Key accountabilities

• Business Impact : Shape procurement strategy and deliver measurable cost savings
• Innovation & Change : Continuously improve procurement processes and drive efficiency
• Decision-Making Power : Define local supplier strategies, control spend, and lead supply chain improvements

Communication partners

• Internal : Supply Chain, Production, Engineering, Global Procurement
• External : Suppliers

Your Profile / Qualifications

What sets you up for success

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Economics
• Experience in procurement processes
• Strong background in contract and quality management
• Solid expertise in cost analysis and management
• Experience in complex / matrix organizations and corporate procurement strategies
• Market analysis and supplier relationship management skills
• Fluent in English, with excellent analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking abilities
• Strong negotiation, commercial, and interpersonal skills
• Availability for business travel
• Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills

Bonus points if you have...

• Procurement / Supply Chain certification
• Technical drawing knowledge
• SAP Ariba / SAP experience

What We Value

• Highest standards of ethics, integrity, and professionalism
• Positive, courteous, and collaborative approach with colleagues and suppliers
• Ability to make independent decisions with minimal supervision
• Team spirit, fairness, and goal-oriented mindset

Why GEA

• A truly international environment with diverse teams
• Opportunities for career growth and personal development
• A workplace that values innovation, sustainability, and excellence

GEA is proudly certified as a Top Employer, confirming our commitment to employee well-being, development, and empowerment.

Ready to engineer a better world with us? Apply today and let’s build something extraordinary together.